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Achilles tendon rupture, from rupture to rehab

By victoria@zestahp.co.ukPosted on 15th November 202315th November 2023Posted in footwear, Musculoskeletal, Podiatry, Rehab, Runners, Shockwave

What is an achilles tendon rupture? The achilles tendon is made up of many strong fibres and connects your calf muscles to your heel bone. This powerful tendon provides the power to push off in walking and running. Did you know?The achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the body. Unfortunately this tendon can partially […]

Can trainers make me run faster?

By victoria@zestahp.co.ukPosted on 8th December 202222nd December 2023Posted in footwear, Musculoskeletal, Podiatry, RunnersTagged fitness, foot, foot pain, footwear, gait, heel pain, oxford

Athletic runners are looking for ways in which to improve their running economy, decreasing their times – hence running faster! Running economy and Vo2 max? Running economy is described by Sinclair et al.2016, as a reflection of oxygen required to maintain running velocity. Vo2 max is a measure of the maximum amount of oxygen your body […]